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Main area: Estates Grade: SWFTCS Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Participate in an on-call rota) Job ref: 203-SWFTCS137 Employer: SWFT Clinical Services Ltd Employer type: NHS Site: Warwick Hospital Town: Warwick Salary: £30,722 per annum Salary period: Yearly Closing date: 12/05/2025 23:59 Mechanical CraftspersonSWFTCSJob overviewMechanical Craftsperson (Plumbing and Heating) Due to reorganization within the Estates Department, vacancies are available for a Plumbing and Heating engineer. Salary includes £30,722, 27 days holiday, bank holidays, and voluntary pension scheme. The role is Monday to Friday, with opportunities for overtime and weekend work, including participation in an emergency on-call rota. Working hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. The SWFTCS Estates Department provides comprehensive maintenance, repair, and installation services for buildings, grounds, engineering services, and equipment across the SWFT Trust. For informal inquiries, contact Steve Dyer at 01926 495321 ext 4700. Main duties of the jobWork autonomously as a specialist Mechanical craftsperson (Plumbing and Heating), planning and responding to Planned Preventive Maintenance and emergency calls. The role requires concentration to diagnose complex faults and adaptability to handle interruptions and unplanned maintenance issues. Working for our organizationSWFT Clinical Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust (SWFT). The company provides outpatient pharmacy services, estates and facilities management, private patient services, and consultancy services. Subject to performance, an annual discretionary bonus may be awarded. Automatic enrollment in the company pension scheme is provided, with a 5% company contribution. Benefits include access to schemes such as car leasing, home and electronics discounts, leisure and travel discounts, retail discounts, and a cycle-to-work scheme, available after a successful six-month probation period. An Employee Assistance Programme is available 24/7, 365 days a year, to support colleagues' mental well-being. Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesTechnical/Operational Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex equipment. Service and install systems including Water Systems, Gas appliances, HVAC, Steam Plants, Refrigeration, Medical Gas, Mechanical Pressure Systems, Oil-fired plants, Drainage, and Decontamination. Perform new work or manufacturing using relevant instruments and machinery independently. Analyze plant problems using Building Management Systems. Carry out emergency repairs and report necessary repairs. Conduct condition surveys and acceptance testing of new equipment. Act as a nominated competent person for statutory standards in trained areas. Participate as an emergency engineer in on-call systems. Communication/Organizational Communicate effectively with clinical staff regarding engineering issues. Prioritize and plan workload, re-allocating duties as needed. Train junior staff in equipment use. Coordinate work with contractors and supervise staff. Contribute to maintenance procedures development. Manage spares and materials procurement using Trust purchase cards. Record work details using the CAFM system. Person specificationQualificationsAdvanced craft in Plumbing Certificates in heating systems, Water Hygiene, HVAC, Unvented Hot Water Systems, Gas Safe Accreditation, Decontamination, Steam BOAS Accreditation, Health & Safety, Medical Gas (MGCP) ExperienceSignificant trade experience in commercial and domestic settings Experience working in regulated environments Fault finding and installation expertise SkillsEffective communication skills for technical and safety info Initiative and teamwork skills Excellent IT skills Organizational and prioritization skills Ability to plan and schedule using CAFM systems Analytical skills for complex problem solving and risk assessment Personal QualitiesProfessional and pleasant manner Conscientious and reliable Proficiency with fine tools and electronic equipment Employer certification / accreditation badgesThis role involves access to vulnerable people and is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks in accordance with UK legislation.#J-18808-Ljbffr